Exaggerations and Lack of Accountability

[Despareux]

I'm worried about having to work with somebody who exaggerates and may even lie; someone who refuses to accept accountability and quick to place blame on everyone and everything else but their self; and going out their the way to cause a potentially damaging situation to another's career because this person doesn't want to believe the criticism coming from someone with a lot more experience.

I'm thinking if I had to work with this person and they made a mistake in something, would they potentially place my career in jeopardy because they won't accept accountability and may lie to cover their ass?

How do I prevent this from ever happening? And if it does happen, how do I tackle it?

[HIPAA]

Document, document, document. Also, they're your coworkers, not your friends.

[I love my cat!]

Document, document, document. Also, they're your coworkers, not your friends.

That is for sure! ALWAYS watch what you say. The less revealed, the better, IMO. Your 'best buddy' can be sitting in a deposition, testifying against you next month.

[Despareux]

I discussed my concerns with person today because I kind of felt like it was my responsibility. I'm glad I did it because now I feel like I've set boundaries. If I was behaving in such a way, I would hope that someone--anyone, would say something to me. Maybe person was unaware of the behavior. To sit and watch a potential train-wreck and not do anything about it, in my opinion, is wrong in many ways. I said what I had to say and did what I had to do.

Thanks for the advice. It is certainly appreciated.